About
Where’s Katie Now is your go-to, cosy corner of the internet for all things Solo Female Travel in Europe.
NICE TO MEET YOU – I’M KATIE!
I took my very first solo trip to Montreux, Switzerland at 18 years old and, to be honest, I was fully convinced I wouldn’t even make it past the airport! I was painfully shy, socially anxious, and overthinking absolutely everything (my Google search history can testify to that!) The idea of eating alone at a restaurant, navigating public transport in a busy foreign city, or even just being alone in the world for the first time felt way too big for me to deal with.
But I’d paid a lot of money (seriously, Switzerland is pricey) and told all of my friends and family about it, so I got on that plane and did the thing scared – and it changed everything for me.
Since then, I’ve solo travelled to over 24 countries across Europe and have fallen in love with hundreds of cities, towns and villages all across the continent. My version of solo travel has definitely not looked like the polished trips you see on Instagram, but every moment I’ve experienced has been raw and real, and that makes it all the more magical. The kind of trips where you get lost on purpose and surprise yourself daily with how capable you are.
Now, I run Where’s Katie Now? – a blog for solo female travel in Europe, built with love for women exactly like us. The dreamers. The major overthinkers. The people who know they want more from life but aren’t sure if they’re brave enough (spoiler: we are all brave enough, I promise.)
So whether you’re planning your first solo trip or just secretly Googling “how to travel alone” between meetings, you’re so welcome here!
MY STORY
I definitely didn’t grow up thinking I’d travel the world.
In fact, up until the night before my very first solo trip, I used to think solo travel was reserved for those fearless, extroverted girls who have it all figured out. That just wasn’t me and, as a proud introvert, I didn’t want it to be.
Then, when I was 18, I bought a one-way ticket to the British Territory of Gibraltar, blagged myself a job in marketing and a fancier apartment than my budget should’ve allowed, and moved there alone. I had no grand plan, just a gut feeling that I needed something different. I wanted freedom and a fresh start.
If you’re thinking ‘Katie, what are you talking about? That takes major confidence. You’re not an introvert.’ Let me tell you, I was completely terrified. I almost didn’t go. And when I did go, I wasn’t happy. I developed severe eczema due to stress and cried on the daily.
I’m sorry! I bet that wasn’t the way you thought this story was going! But it does have a happy ending because that one, shaky leap, changed my entire life and kickstarted my love of travel.
During my year in Gibraltar, I didn’t have anyone to rely on except for me. I had to learn to trust myself, enjoy my own company, find things to get up and out for. And for me, that was solo travel. Switzerland. Spain. France. Every trip made me stronger and more confident.
Fast forward through the year, I quit my job, started my own successful creative copywriting business, moved back to the UK, and have spent my time since solo travelling across Europe.
And along the way, I realised something important: You don’t have to be fearless to travel solo. You just have to be willing to try.
WHAT I BELIEVE IN
I wholeheartedly believe travel is not about ticking off landmarks or taking perfect photos (although trust me, me and my trusty camera still chase golden light like it’s our job!) Instead, after my experience in Gibraltar, I believe that what’s important is how travel makes you feel.
Here’s what I stand for:
- Slow, soulful travel – The kind of trip that leaves time for reflection, spontaneity, and deep connection to a place.
- Honesty over perfection – Move over, Instagram, because real travel isn’t always glamorous, and that’s okay!
- Female empowerment – Solo travel helped me trust myself more than anything else ever has, and I want that for you too.
- Safety & self-trust – Because you can be careful and brave at the same time, in equal measure.
- Escaping the “shoulds” – You don’t have to do it like everyone else. You don’t have to visit that country or that city because everyone says you should. This is your trip, no one else’s.
So what won’t you find here? Overly curated content or a pressure to see and do absolutely everything. That’s just not my vibe!
WHO THIS BLOG IS FOR
If you’ve ever:
- Put off a trip because you were scared to go alone
- Felt like you’re “not brave enough” or “too introverted/shy/anxious” to travel solo
- Wanted to solo travel but had no idea where to start
- Felt burned out and dreamed of more freedom, stillness, adventure – or all three
- Secretly dreamed of a life that’s a lot less conventional and a whole lot more you
…you’re in the right place and I’m so happy to have you here!
WHAT YOU’LL FIND ON Where’s Katie Now
This is your cosy, no-pressure corner of the internet where you’ll find:
- Solo travel tips that actually feel doable (especially if you’re a beginner)
- Hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path destinations across Europe
- Real stories that are unfiltered, emotional and honest, just like travel really is
- Helpful guides to plan and book solo trips with confidence
- Mindset advice, because often the biggest blocks preventing you from booking that solo trip are internal
My focus is Solo Female Travel in Europe and while I love and write about the tourist hotspots, my guilty pleasure is writing about those places that don’t always make the top 10 things to do lists (but absolutely should).
✨ Want a place to start?
- Read the Blog for a collection of my favourite destination guides & solo traveller musings.
- Check out the Solo Travel Hub for FAQs, tips and resources on all things solo female travel.
A FEW FUN FACTS ABOUT ME
Because we’re friends now, right? 🙂
📸 I’m obsessed with travel photography and my camera is my most prized possession – but I never filter or edit my photos. I specifically chose a camera known for being true to life and our world is beautiful enough as it is, without the filters.
✈️ I’ve been solo travelling for 4+ years and have never stayed in a hostel (I like my privacy, thanks!)
☕ I’ll always choose a quiet old town walk or sightseeing tour over a party or pub crawl.
🧳 I’ve solo travelled to 24 countries (and counting) since I was 18 years old.
WANT TO SAY HI?
I always love hearing from my readers – whether you’re planning your first trip, have a question about a destination, or just want to share a travel story.
You can reach out any time via email at katie@whereskatienow.com, or come say hi on Pinterest. And if you’re wondering where in the world I am right now?
Well…
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